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RIT is in the homestretch of its reaccreditation process, and all signs are very favorable after a spring site visit by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education evaluation team.

Gizmodo features insights from Eric Hittinger, chair of the Department of Public Policy, on the challenges of modernizing the U.S. power grid, including rising electricity demand, AI-driven energy use, and the costs of upgrading aging infrastructure.

The Southern Maryland Chronicle speaks to Matthew Wright, O’Sullivan Professor and chair of the Department of Cybersecurity, about the growing threat of AI-generated misinformation and deepfakes in political campaigns ahead of upcoming elections.

An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Rochester Business Journal. (This content will require a subscription to read.)

An essay by Amit Batabyal, the Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of Economics and head of the Department of Sustainability, published by Medium.

Mid East Information highlights the launch of RIT Dubai’s new Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems program, with Panagiotis Kokkalis, chair and associate professor of business and management, discussing its focus on bridging business and technology skills.

Rochester Business Journal reports on leadership transitions at RIT, including Jacqueline Mozrall, dean of Saunders College of Business, announcing plans to step down, and the appointment of Chris Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer. (This content will require a subscription to view.)

Graduates from RIT's Class of 2026 share what's next for them. From jobs with national and global companies to prestigious graduate programs and life-changing careers, these students have amazing futures ahead.

RIT President Bill Sanders has appointed Christine “Chris” Regis as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 1.

WXXI speaks to Ryne Raffaelle, vice president for Research, about RIT’s continued growth in doctoral education and research funding, as the university prepares to award a record number of Ph.D. degrees.

Rochester Business Journal features a column by Jacqueline Mozrall, dean of Saunders College of Business, on how business education is evolving to embrace artificial intelligence, preparing students to use AI tools while maintaining critical thinking and core skills. (This content will require a subscription to view.)

The Conversation features a column by Andre Hudson, dean of the College of Science, examining the evolution of synthetic biology and its potential, limitations, and ethical implications following the legacy of J. Craig Venter.